From Wi-Fi to the Web: How Your Home Network Connects to the Internet

Have you ever wondered how your devices connect to the internet, or what happens behind the scenes when you open a website? Your home network is the backbone of this experience.

Overview: This post covers how your home router manages device connections, assigns IP addresses, and translates network requests. Understanding these basics provides insight into how your internet experience relies on network functions like IP addresses, DHCP, NAT, and DNS.